Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. The medieval phenomena ...

Held every April 30th, the Czech Republic’s witch burning festival blends ancient pagan rituals with modern celebrations, symbolizing the end of winter and the triumph of light over darkness. Here's ...

Did you know there's a day dedicated to burn witches in Czech Republic? It might sound like a Nollywood movie, but every April 30th, the people in Czech gather in tiny groups and burn witches. Known ...